Engine flooded and will not start

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• Engine Fuel System: Maximum Methanol/Ethanol Blend (Engine Fuel System)

  Spec · 10 % conditions={"oxygenate":"Methanol or Ethanol","note":"Boat fuel system may not tolerate same percentage; consult boat manufacturer"}

• Starting Engine When Flooded

  Procedure · 1. Push in the choke knob. Wait 30 seconds, then continue to crank the engine for starting.

• Engine: Engine Break-in Fuel Mixture (Oil/Gasoline Ratio)

  Spec · 1:25 conditions={"phase":"First tank of fuel during break-in"}

• Cold Engine Start

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• Engine does not stop when lanyard cord is pulled

  Diagnostic · Cause: Faulty lanyard stop switch Test: Start the engine and stop it by pulling the lanyard cord; if the engine does not stop, the switch requires repair